# LeadNav GPS vs DirtSync

The clearest difference is price: DirtSync at Free against LeadNav GPS's $19.99. DirtSync also leads on rating (5.0 vs 3.9) and in-app purchases (none vs 13). LeadNav GPS's advantage is ratings volume (116 vs 1) and chart position (#12 vs unranked). On ads, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

DirtSync is free to download; LeadNav GPS costs $19.99 up front. LeadNav GPS sells 13 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per month. DirtSync asks for nothing beyond the download.

DirtSync holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 3.9. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: LeadNav GPS has 116 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

LeadNav GPS ships an update every 5 weeks, DirtSync every 6 days. The most recent releases landed on October 18, 2026 and October 6, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | LeadNav GPS | DirtSync |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $19.99 | **Free** |
| Rating | [3.9 (116 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/leadnav-gps/id708869281/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dirtsync-ride-together/id6775866064/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **116** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 67.4% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 5 weeks | **Every 6 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Best chart rank | **#12** | — |
| Size | 40 MB | 85 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.0** | 16.4 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [LeadNav Systems LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/708869284) | [JOE MATKOWSKI](https://appshunter.io/developer/6775866306) |

## What reviewers say

### LeadNav GPS

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/leadnav-gps/id708869281)

**Currently charting:** #12 Top Paid · Navigation, #82 Top Grossing · Navigation (US App Store)

Plan, coordinate, and navigate off-grid with this powerful GPS tool. Designed for demanding environments, it offers advanced features for mission planning, team communication, and detailed trip recording. Ideal for professionals and outdoor enthusiasts operating without reliable cellular service.

**Highlights:** Mission planning and coordination, Offline mapping and navigation, Team location tracking, Route creation and sharing, Audible and visual warnings, Track recording and analysis, GPX file support

**In-app purchases (13)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Entry License Monthly | $6.99 | per month |
| Pro License Monthly | $24.99 | per month |
| Entry License | $69.99 | per year |
| Satellite Group Tracking | $149.99 | per month |
| Pro License | $249.99 | per year |
| Hunting Markers | $4.99 | one-time |
| Aviation Markers | $4.99 | one-time |
| Recon Markers | $4.99 | one-time |
| Advanced Pack (1Year Subscription) - Map to Advanced Upgrade | $19.99 | one-time |
| Advanced Subscription (1 Year) | $69.99 | one-time |
| Advanced to Pro Upgrade | $179.99 | one-time |
| Map to Pro Upgrade | $199.99 | one-time |
| Pro Pack Subscription (1 Year) | $249.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🗺️ Excellent for off-road navigation
- 🏎️ Ideal for racing (Baja, KOH, etc.)
- 📍 Precise waypoint marking and voice text
- 🚀 Game changer for pre-running
- 👍 Versatile for various outdoor adventures

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 High cost for subscriptions/features
- 📉 Map quality downgraded over time
- 🐛 Subscription renewal issues
- 🐛 Restore purchases not working
- 🐛 Files deleted upon app reinstallation

**Reported bugs**

- Subscription renewal issues
- Restore purchases not working
- App shuts down when opening tracks
- App dumping out when plotting routes
- Add-ons not purchasable

**Requested features**

- Option to disable confirmation notifications for edits for a period
- Alphabetical order for collections/files
- Call out waypoints in advance
- iCloud Sync
- Apple CarPlay Support


### DirtSync

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dirtsync-ride-together/id6775866064)

This app keeps your group connected and on the map, even without cell service. It uses satellite and mesh radio technology for live rider tracking, SOS alerts, and group chat, ideal for off-road adventures.

**Highlights:** Offline mesh radio communication, Live rider tracking with speed and heading, One-tap SOS with GPS coordinates, Import KML, KMZ, and GPX trail maps, Group chat over cloud or mesh radio, Waypoint dropping, Web dashboard for Mission Control

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is LeadNav GPS free?

LeadNav GPS costs $19.99, and also offers in-app purchases.

### Is DirtSync free?

DirtSync is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, LeadNav GPS or DirtSync?

DirtSync is rated higher. LeadNav GPS averages 3.9 out of 5 from 116 ratings, while DirtSync averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do LeadNav GPS or DirtSync have ads?

Neither LeadNav GPS nor DirtSync shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, LeadNav GPS or DirtSync?

LeadNav GPS ships an update every 5 weeks, and DirtSync every 6 days. Most recently, LeadNav GPS was updated on October 18, 2026 and DirtSync on October 6, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*